1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 885 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1980 Renault 15 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Roadmaster | 15 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |